This is How Much It Cost to Install a New Air Conditioner in Ontario?

This is what homeowners in Ontario can expect to pay along with federal and provincial incentives and rebates as well as energy-saving features available with the newer AC units.

Ontario homeowners considering central air can expect the average cost of installation to range between $6,000 and $11,000, depending on home size, layout and existing ductwork.

Central air conditioning systems are designed to cool a whole home using an indoor coil, usually connected to a furnace or air handler and an outdoor compressor unit, and usually involve the AC unit from reputable brand, removal and disposal of the old unit, labour, and warranty.

Ductless (or mini-split) systems are ideal for smaller homes, condos, additions and individual rooms where installing ductwork would not be practical. The average cost to install one zone ductless system in Ontario is roughly $3900 with typical prices between $3,000 to $5000 being quoted as typical ranges for this service.

Multi-zone systems consisting of one outdoor unit connecting to two or more indoor units will cost more, depending on factors like room count, total square footage covered and required BTU output.

Both systems provide energy-efficient cooling solutions; which one is best for you depends on your home layout and personal preferences:

Ductless systems offer greater flexibility and energy-efficiency thanks to direct air delivery without loss due to ductwork.

Modern ductless systems often boast SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) ratings of 20 or above, while central air units generally range from 13-16 SEER rating with higher-end models even surpassing that threshold. Higher SEER ratings translate to reduced long-term energy costs.